, TESTBANK FOR Nursing Research Reading, Using, and Creating Evidence
Sixth Edition Houser
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Multiple Choice
1. Testing traditional approaches to patient care for continued relevance and effectiveness is the
goal of:
A) nursing research.
B) journal club.
C) research-related activity.
D) clinical practice guideline.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: What Is Nursing Research?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
2. When a research report is subjected to appraisal by a neutral party who is unassociated with
the research and unaware of the report’s authorship, it is known as a:
A) blinded peer review.
B) replicated review.
C) peer review.
D) blinded nursing research.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: What Is Nursing Research?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
3. The Institute of Medicine issued a seminal report on the future of nursing that set a goal that,
by 2020, _______ of all clinical decisions would be based on research evidence.
A) 90%
B) 50%
C) 100%
D) 75%
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Research: A Fundamental Nursing Skill
,Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
4. The creation of which organization in 1986 was a seminal step in recognizing the importance of
nursing research?
A) National Center for Research for Nursing
B) National Institutes of Health (NIH)
C) National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)
D) American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Evolution of Research in Nursing
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Analysis
5. Groups whose members meet periodically to critique published studies or care standards are
called:
A) journal clubs.
B) research conferences.
C) blinded reviews.
D) peer reviews.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Contemporary Nursing Research Roles
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
6. Nursing process includes the stages of assessment, planning, intervention, and:
A) evaluation.
B) measurement.
C) improvement.
D) feedback.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Research Versus Problem Solving
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
True/False
1. True or False? Evidence-based practice must be supported by randomized controlled trials.
Ans: False
,Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Research as Evidence in Nursing Practice
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Analysis
2. True or False? Like nursing, evidence-based medicine requires a holistic approach to the care
of individuals.
Ans: False
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Research as Evidence in Nursing Practice
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Analysis
Fill-in-the-Blank
1. In a(n) _____ review, personal influence is avoided.
Ans: blinded
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: What Is Nursing Research?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
2. In quality improvement, the goal of data collection is _____ application.
Ans: internal
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: Contemporary Nursing Research Roles
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
3. The last step in the EBP is to _____ outcomes.
Ans: disseminate
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: How Can Evidence Be Used in Healthcare?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
4. One study showed that the vast majority of nurses _____ in the value of EBP.
Ans: believe
Complexity: Easy
,Ahead: Barriers for Implementing Evidence-Based Practice
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
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Multiple Choice
1. Nursing research is a disciplined and systematic process. Which of the following is usually the
first step in the research process?
A) Determine an appropriate theoretic framework for the study.
B) Identify a gap in knowledge related to nursing practice.
C) Select a design that is appropriate for the study.
D) Complete a systematic review of the literature.
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Research Process
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
2. The philosophical assumptions and belief system that underlie a research study are referred to
as a(n):
A) paradigm.
B) methodology.
C) discovery.
D) argument.
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Recall
3. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the purpose of qualitative nursing
research?
A) Inferences are used to generalize findings to a defined population.
B) Findings are used to gain understanding of patients’ experiences.
C) Findings are used to determine cause and effect of a phenomenon.
D) Inferences are used to establish evidence-based guidelines.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
,Taxonomy: Analysis
4. How are quantitative and qualitative research approaches different?
A) Reality is viewed objectively in qualitative research and constructed by the individual in
quantitative research.
B) Design is highly controlled in quantitative research and adaptable in qualitative research.
C) Sampling is population-based in qualitative research and restricted to individuals in
quantitative research.
D) Analysis is deductive in qualitative research and inductive in quantitative research.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Nature of the Design
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
5. A nurse researcher designs a study to measure pain ratings of subjects using a relaxation
exercise and also interview them about their experiences. What type of research is being
conducted?
A) Quantitative research
B) Qualitative research
C) Mixed methods
D) Nested methods
Ans: C
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
6. Which of the following is most important to the researcher in selecting a research design?
A) The type of subjects being studied
B) The type of data being collected
C) The nature of the research problem
D) The expertise of the researchers
Ans: C
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Choosing a Design
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
7. The research design that involves identifying the variables that represent characteristics of
interest and then measuring them in a reliable and valid way is known as:
A) quantitative research.
B) qualitative research.
C) mixed methods.
D) nested methods.
,Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
8. Studies that are conducted by looking at a single phenomenon across multiple populations at a
single point in time are called:
A) cross-sectional studies.
B) prospective studies.
C) longitudinal studies.
D) retrospective studies.
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Time Dimension
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
9. Studies that are conducted using data that have already been collected about events that have
already happened are classified as:
A) cross-sectional studies.
B) prospective studies.
C) longitudinal studies.
D) retrospective studies.
Ans: D
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Time Dimension
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
10. Studies planned by the researcher for collection of primary data for specific research are
classified as:
A) cross-sectional studies.
B) prospective studies.
C) longitudinal studies.
D) retrospective studies.
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Time Dimension
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
11. When reading a study, which word or phrase indicates a retrospective design?
A) Qualitative
, B) Secondary data
C) Putative
D) Extended
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Reading Research for Evidence-Based Practice
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
12. Which of the following should come first when selecting an approach to nursing research?
A) Current research theories
B) Popularity of approach
C) Ease of application
D) Match between problem and approach
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Creating Evidence for Practice
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Recall
Sixth Edition Houser
Important Notes
The file includes the complete test bank, organized chapter by chapter.
A sample of selected pages has been provided for preview.
All available appendices and Excel files (if included in the original resources) are
provided.
Quizzes, Midterm and final exams are included (if available in the original resources).
We continuously update our files to ensure you receive the latest and most accurate
editions.
New editions are added regularly – stay connected for updates!
⚠️Note on Answer Keys: If the answer key is not included within the chapter
questions, you will find the complete answers and solutions at the end of each
chapter.
✅ Why Buy From Us?
📚 Complete & organized chapter-by-chapter – no missing content, no guessing.
⚡ Instant digital delivery – get your file the moment you pay, no waiting.
📅 Always up to date – we track new editions so you always get the latest version.
💬 Friendly support – real humans ready to help, anytime you need us.
🔒 Safe & secure – thousands of satisfied students trust us every semester.
🛡️Our Guarantees
💰 Money-Back Guarantee: Not satisfied? We offer a full refund – no questions asked.
🔄 Wrong File? No Problem: Contact us and we will replace it immediately with the
correct version, free of charge.
⏰ 24/7 Support: We are always here – reach out anytime and expect a fast response.
,Import Settings:
Base Settings: Brownstone Default
Information Field: Complexity
Information Field: Ahead
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Highest Answer Letter: F
Multiple Keywords in Same Paragraph: No
NAS ISBN13: 9781284296679, add to Ahead, Title tags
Multiple Choice
1. Testing traditional approaches to patient care for continued relevance and effectiveness is the
goal of:
A) nursing research.
B) journal club.
C) research-related activity.
D) clinical practice guideline.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: What Is Nursing Research?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
2. When a research report is subjected to appraisal by a neutral party who is unassociated with
the research and unaware of the report’s authorship, it is known as a:
A) blinded peer review.
B) replicated review.
C) peer review.
D) blinded nursing research.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: What Is Nursing Research?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
3. The Institute of Medicine issued a seminal report on the future of nursing that set a goal that,
by 2020, _______ of all clinical decisions would be based on research evidence.
A) 90%
B) 50%
C) 100%
D) 75%
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Research: A Fundamental Nursing Skill
,Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
4. The creation of which organization in 1986 was a seminal step in recognizing the importance of
nursing research?
A) National Center for Research for Nursing
B) National Institutes of Health (NIH)
C) National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)
D) American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: The Evolution of Research in Nursing
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Analysis
5. Groups whose members meet periodically to critique published studies or care standards are
called:
A) journal clubs.
B) research conferences.
C) blinded reviews.
D) peer reviews.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Contemporary Nursing Research Roles
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
6. Nursing process includes the stages of assessment, planning, intervention, and:
A) evaluation.
B) measurement.
C) improvement.
D) feedback.
Ans: A
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Research Versus Problem Solving
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
True/False
1. True or False? Evidence-based practice must be supported by randomized controlled trials.
Ans: False
,Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Research as Evidence in Nursing Practice
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Analysis
2. True or False? Like nursing, evidence-based medicine requires a holistic approach to the care
of individuals.
Ans: False
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Research as Evidence in Nursing Practice
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Analysis
Fill-in-the-Blank
1. In a(n) _____ review, personal influence is avoided.
Ans: blinded
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: What Is Nursing Research?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
2. In quality improvement, the goal of data collection is _____ application.
Ans: internal
Complexity: Difficult
Ahead: Contemporary Nursing Research Roles
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
3. The last step in the EBP is to _____ outcomes.
Ans: disseminate
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: How Can Evidence Be Used in Healthcare?
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Application
4. One study showed that the vast majority of nurses _____ in the value of EBP.
Ans: believe
Complexity: Easy
,Ahead: Barriers for Implementing Evidence-Based Practice
Subject: Chapter 1
Title: The Importance of Research as Evidence in Nursing
Taxonomy: Recall
,Import Settings:
Base Settings: Brownstone Default
Information Field: Complexity
Information Field: Ahead
Information Field: Subject
Information Field: Title
Information Field: Feedback
Highest Answer Letter: F
Multiple Keywords in Same Paragraph: No
NAS ISBN13: 9781284296679, add to Ahead, Title tags
Multiple Choice
1. Nursing research is a disciplined and systematic process. Which of the following is usually the
first step in the research process?
A) Determine an appropriate theoretic framework for the study.
B) Identify a gap in knowledge related to nursing practice.
C) Select a design that is appropriate for the study.
D) Complete a systematic review of the literature.
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: The Research Process
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
2. The philosophical assumptions and belief system that underlie a research study are referred to
as a(n):
A) paradigm.
B) methodology.
C) discovery.
D) argument.
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Recall
3. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the purpose of qualitative nursing
research?
A) Inferences are used to generalize findings to a defined population.
B) Findings are used to gain understanding of patients’ experiences.
C) Findings are used to determine cause and effect of a phenomenon.
D) Inferences are used to establish evidence-based guidelines.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
,Taxonomy: Analysis
4. How are quantitative and qualitative research approaches different?
A) Reality is viewed objectively in qualitative research and constructed by the individual in
quantitative research.
B) Design is highly controlled in quantitative research and adaptable in qualitative research.
C) Sampling is population-based in qualitative research and restricted to individuals in
quantitative research.
D) Analysis is deductive in qualitative research and inductive in quantitative research.
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Nature of the Design
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
5. A nurse researcher designs a study to measure pain ratings of subjects using a relaxation
exercise and also interview them about their experiences. What type of research is being
conducted?
A) Quantitative research
B) Qualitative research
C) Mixed methods
D) Nested methods
Ans: C
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
6. Which of the following is most important to the researcher in selecting a research design?
A) The type of subjects being studied
B) The type of data being collected
C) The nature of the research problem
D) The expertise of the researchers
Ans: C
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Choosing a Design
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
7. The research design that involves identifying the variables that represent characteristics of
interest and then measuring them in a reliable and valid way is known as:
A) quantitative research.
B) qualitative research.
C) mixed methods.
D) nested methods.
,Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classification of Research by Philosophical Assumptions About the Nature of the World
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
8. Studies that are conducted by looking at a single phenomenon across multiple populations at a
single point in time are called:
A) cross-sectional studies.
B) prospective studies.
C) longitudinal studies.
D) retrospective studies.
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Time Dimension
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
9. Studies that are conducted using data that have already been collected about events that have
already happened are classified as:
A) cross-sectional studies.
B) prospective studies.
C) longitudinal studies.
D) retrospective studies.
Ans: D
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Time Dimension
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
10. Studies planned by the researcher for collection of primary data for specific research are
classified as:
A) cross-sectional studies.
B) prospective studies.
C) longitudinal studies.
D) retrospective studies.
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Classifications of Research by the Time Dimension
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Application
11. When reading a study, which word or phrase indicates a retrospective design?
A) Qualitative
, B) Secondary data
C) Putative
D) Extended
Ans: B
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Reading Research for Evidence-Based Practice
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Analysis
12. Which of the following should come first when selecting an approach to nursing research?
A) Current research theories
B) Popularity of approach
C) Ease of application
D) Match between problem and approach
Ans: D
Complexity: Moderate
Ahead: Creating Evidence for Practice
Subject: Chapter 2
Title: The Research Process and Ways of Knowing
Taxonomy: Recall
